US Bridges

FAP 14 over Branch

Fair

Tipton County, Tennessee · 2.3 Mi.Southwest of SR 59 · Structure no. 84SR0140005

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
86 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,822
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAP 14 over Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying FAP 14 over Branch in Tipton County, Tennessee. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older than the Tennessee average of 47.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,822 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,739 by 2042. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 km).

Location

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CarriesFAP 14
CrossesBranch
Location2.3 Mi.Southwest of SR 59
RouteState Highway 14
CountyTipton County
StateTennessee
Coordinates35.46728, -89.62366
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length86 ft (26.2 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.3 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,822 (2021)
Projected traffic3,739 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed85.1 mi (137 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$259,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAP 14 over Branch built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAP 14 over Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does FAP 14 over Branch carry?

About 2,822 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAP 14 over Branch?

The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FAP 14 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.